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2013 Moto Guzzi V7 Special

The V7 Special is the closest of the V7 range to the original V7 concept of the 1970s, not only due to its shared name with the first V7 designed by Lino Tonti, but because it faithfully invokes the same riding philosophy. It is a touring bike with sophisticated finishings and exclusive technical solutions. Just like its ancestor, it is wrapped in a two-tone color concept and equipped with spoked wheels with aluminium rims.

2013 Moto Guzzi V7 Special Review

Touring bikes don’t have to be as big as bulldozers.

Looking for classic retro style with the guts and go-for-it attitude to do some touring, too? The Moto Guzzi V7 Special is your mount. Who says you need a big motorcycle to reach far-away places? On this classic, all you need are big dreams-and a wrist that’s ready to roll. The V7 Special features the new 750cc, 90° V-twin engine that is more powerful and stays true to the characteristics of the Moto Guzzi tradition, that touring on a motorcycle at its most pure should be nothing but enjoyable.

The Bike

The V7 Special is the closest of the V7 range to the original V7 concept of the 1970s, not only due to its shared name with the first V7 designed by Lino Tonti, but because it faithfully invokes the same riding philosophy. It is a touring bike with sophisticated finishings and exclusive technical solutions. Just like its ancestor, it is wrapped in a two-tone color concept and equipped with spoked wheels with aluminium rims.

Featuring a newly engineered and more powerful, 750cc, 90-degree V-Twin motor, the V7 Special is perfectly suited for medium range touring. While maintaining the classic 90° V configuration, the new engine is now comprised of more than 70% new components. Cutting-edge technological parts have been included to improve functionality, provide greater torque and power even at low rpms, and be more efficient, with higher fuel economy and reduced emissions.

The new tank brings with it a superior metal construction that allows for a lighter tank along with a greater fuel capacity – the V7 Special can hold a record 5.8 gallons which, together with reduced consumption, ensures a range of up to 310 miles. This is further proof of the design philosophy that has guided the entire V7 family: engineering innovation is always intended to restore pleasure to the rider of gripping a real, resounding metal tank in true Moto Guzzi tradition. The V7 Special provides a flagship riding range, a role which it can take on further when equipped with bags and windshield accessories that complement the overall design of the V7 Special.

The rest of the V7 Special design confirms the alchemy of tradition and modernism that was introduced in 2008 with the first V7 Classic. New lightweight, aluminum wheels allow for a reduction in weight at the front and rear, translating to greater agility on the road and cruising through turns. With the graphic design, particular attention has been paid to the detail across the motorcycle, including the two-tone paintwork which harkens back to the V7 model that inspired it all.

The Moto Guzzi V7 Special will be available in U.S. dealerships.

As with all of Moto Guzzi’s on-road motorcycles, the V7 Special comes with a two-year manufacturer’s warranty and roadside assistance for one year.

2013 Moto Guzzi V7 Special - Features and Benefits

AN EVOLUTION THAT RESPECTS TRADITION

This is the closest to the original V7 concept, not only because it shares its name with the first V7 signed by Lino Tonti, but because if faithfully cites the same riding philosophy, that of a touring bike with sophisticated finishings and exclusive technical solutions.

In 1967 the first big Italian motorcycle appeared on the motorcycle market: the Moto Guzzi V7. Now forty-three years later, for a limited time it will appear in the Australian market with lots of exciting extras.

When the V7 was first released in 1967, it was an immediate success and with its success came a worldwide admiration for the Moto Guzzi brand. Forty years later with youthful memories Moto Guzzi designers set about re designing the V7, the result a motorcycle that hails the style of the original V7 but with all the modern technology that the legendary ancestor could never have.

2013 Moto Guzzi V7 Special
USA Specifications

US MSRP Price: $8,990 USA

ENGINE

Type 90° V-twin 4-stroke

Capacity 744 cc

Maximum power 37 kW (50HP) at 6,200 rpm

Maximum torque 42.7 ft lbs. / 58Nm at 5,000 rpm

Fuel system Weber-Marelli electronic fuel injection.

Exhaust system Three-way catalytic converter with double lambda probe

TRANSMISSION

Gearbox 5 speeds with cardan final drive

Lubrication forced circulation with lobe pump - circuit capacity: 1.78 Kg

Final drive CA.R.C. Compact Reactive Shaft Drive

Clutch Dry single plate with flexible couplings

CHASSIS / SUSPENSION / BRAKES

Frame Double cradle tubular frame in ALS steel with detachable rear subframe

Front suspension Telescopic hydraulic fork with 40 mm stanchions

Rear suspension Die cast light alloy swing arm with 2 spring preload adjustable shock absorbers

Brake system Brembo

Front brake 320 mm Ø stainless steel disc, Brembo caliper with 4 differentiated pistons

Rear brake 260 mm stainless steel disc, brembo double piston floating caliper

Wheels Spoked polished aluminium rims

Front wheel 18", 100/90

Rear wheel 17", 130/80

DIMENSIONS

Length 86 inches - 2184mm

Max width 31.5 inches - 800mm

Height 43.8 inches - 1112mm

Saddle height 31.6 in. (30.7 in. opt.) - 805 mm (780 mm opt.)

Curb weight 395 pounds - 179 kg

Fuel tank capacity 5.8 gallons - 22 liters

Reserve 1 gallon - 4 liters

2013 Moto Guzzi V7 Special
UK/Europe Specifications

UK/European MSRP Price: £6,799

Engine 90° V-twin engine, 4-stroke

Engine capacity 744cc

Max power at crankshaft 37 kW (50 HP) at 6,200 rpm

Maximum torque at crankshaft 60 Nm at 2,800 rpm

Exhaust system three-way catalytic converter with double lambda probe

Cooling system air

Front suspension telescopic hydraulic fork with 40 mm stanchions

Rear suspension die cast light alloy swing arm with 2 spring preload adjustable shock absorbers

Front brake 320 mm Ø stainless steel disc and Brembo calliper with 4 di erentiated and horizontally

opposed pistons

Rear brake 260 mm oating stainless steel disc, oating 2 piston calliper

Front wheel 18" polished aluminium, spoked, 100/90

Rear wheel 17" polished aluminium, spoked, 130/80

Saddle height 805 mm (785mm opt.)

Fuel tank capacity 22 litres (including 4 litre reserve)

Kerb weight* 179 kg

Colours: Bianco/Rosso Astore; Giallo/Nero metallizzato

* Wet weight with operating uids, without fuel.

2013 Moto Guzzi V7 Special
Australian Specifications

AU MSRP Price: $TBA AUD

ENGINE 90° V TWIN WITH 2 VALVES PER CYLINDER.

CAPACITY 744CC

POWER 37KW (50 HP) AT 6,200 RPM

TORQUE 60 NM AT 2,800 RPM

GEAR BOX 5 SPEED TRANSMISSION.

FRONT BRAKES SINGLE STAINLESS STEEL FLOATING DISC, 320MM, WITH 4 PISTON CALIPER

REAR BRAKES SINGLE STEEL DISC, 260MM, WITH 2 OPPOSED PISTON CALIPER.

FRONT SUSPENSION 40MM MARZOCCHI HYDRAULIC TELESCOPIC FORK.

REAR SUSPENSION LIGHT WEIGHT ALLOY SWING ARM WITH 2 ADJUSTABLE SPRING PRELOAD SHOCK ABSORBERS.

WHEELS SPOKE LIGHT ALLOY.

FRONT TYRE 100/90 18

REAR TYRE 130/80 17

DRY WEIGHT 179KG

SEAT HEIGHT 805MM

TANK CAPACITY

(include reserve) 22L (4L RESERVE)

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